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"Astigmatism" Definition

noun

A visual defect in which the unequal curvature of one or more refractive surfaces of the eye, usually the cornea, prevents light rays from focusing clearly at one point on the retina, resulting in blurred vision.
A defect of an optical system (as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image.
A defect of vision due to astigmatism of the refractive system of the eye and especially to corneal irregularity.
Distorted understanding suggestive of the blurred vision of an person.

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